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Uzes

City of art and history

The Duchy of Uzes

13km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
The 1st Duchy of France, also named « The Duchy » is located in the heart of the city and built on the site of a Roman fortress. The architecture is a potted history of France. The middle Ages, the Renaissance, the 17th century and modern times are all there. Don’t forget to visit Bermonde Tower to discover on the top of ut a 360° view on the city of Uzes and the lovely roofs of the houses. This fascinating tour will make you travel through ages..
Place du Duché 30700 Uzès

Fenestrelle tower and Cathedral of Saint Théodorit

13 km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
Cathedral of Saint Théodorit and fenestrelle tower built in the 12th century on a Roman temple site, was the seat of the former diocese of Uzès.
The campanile, in the Lombardy style, is 42 meters high and is the bell tower of the cathedral, rebuilt in the 17th century after several periods of damage. This round tower looks like Pise Tower and is the only one in France. Visit not to be missed.
Place de la cathédrale 30700 Uzès

La place aux herbes

13 km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
The place where food lovers meet !
Each Wednesday, from 7h30 AM to 1PM: farmer market on La Place aux Herbes and all day until 6 PM on the boulevards and Jacques d’Uzes street.
Place aux Herbes 30700 Uzès

In the region

A few kilometers from Le Mas de la Chapelle

Les Gorges du Gardon

Hinking departure from Russan, 1.5km from Le Mas de la Chapelle, or departure from Sanilhac-Sagriès (9km from Le Mas de la Chapelle)
Offering some twenty kilometres of astounding nature, the Gardon Gorges are a true symphony of colours and elements: the emerald green waters, deep green vegetation and milky-white cliffs combine with the blue skies to conjure up beautifully compelling landscapes. The river Gardon has been making its way through the calcareous rocks since times immemorial, carving out a deep winding canyon in the process.
Natural reserve since 1982, it is full of animal and plant species. Landscapes are breathtaking…
Many activities are available:
Hiking, with a walk through the cave of Sainte Baume
Canoeing: circuits catering for all levels and for some of them the magic of passing under the Pont du Gard.
Biking mountain: circuits to discover all over the region (270 km). One of them will enable you to discover the protected landscape of the Gorges du Gardon.
Russanwww.gorgesdugardon.fr

Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie

20 km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
St Quentin has been famed for its pottery since the 12th century. Its ceramic paving tiles were supplied to the Pope’s Palace in Avignon. During the 19th century, the village counted up to 60 kilns and nowadays, around 20 workshops and studios welcome you onto their premises all year round. St Quentin la Poterie will introduce you to its narrow streets and stores, a historical heritage off the ordinary. Not to be missed, the visit of the pottery museum and the nice market of Provence on Friday morning.
Saint-Quentin-la-Poteriewww.musee-poterie-mediterranee.com

Aigues Mortes

58 km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
Aigues-Mortes is a very old fortress town built by Saint Louis. At the beginning of his regn, Louis IX wished a Mediterranean embarkation port, this is how this port has been built. Then the ramparts were set up, extending on 1640m, with 5 towers, among which Constance Tower, and 10 gates, giving to the city a remarkable religious heritage.
This city, marked by crusades, templars and then by religious wars, is today a very pleasant city to visit.
Aigues Morteswww.ot-aiguesmortes.com

Le Pont du Gard

20km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
This monument, treasure of the region and ranked as UNESCO World Heritage since 1985, is 49m high and shows the exploit of the Roman builders. This is the only ancient aqueduct remaining from the past, and the higher Roman bridge. You may discover its magic on the banks of the River Gardon and enjoy the astonishing landscape of this natural habitat.
La Bégude 400, Route du Pont du Gard, 30210 to Pont du Gardwww.pontdugard.fr

Les Arènes de Nîmes

27 km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
The amphitheater (or Arena of Nimes) is the best Roman preserved arena. Built at the end of the 1st century, its aim was, and still is to entertain with shows, concerts or other cultural events. The monument is open all year. A prestigious setting for your upcoming outings.
Place des Arènes, 30000 Nîmeswww.arenes-nimes.com

Le palais des Papes

49 km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
This impressive fortress and sumptuous palace symbolizes the power of Christianity and the temporal and spiritual power once wielded by the Popes. It was the Pope’s official residence from the 14th century and is the world’s largest gothic palace. Tours available of the pope’s private apartments and various other sites - a space which is the equivalent in size to more than 4 gothic cathedrals! Today, the courtyard of the Palais des Papes is used to stage the famous Avignon festival.
Place du Palais des Papes, 84000 Avignonwww.palais-des-papes.com

La plage de l’Espiguette

71 km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
It's the wildest beach in Gard and extends for close to 18 kilometers toward the beaches of Saintes Maries de la Mer. In a desertlike environment, we find dunes that can reach ten meters high.
Route de l’Espiguette 30240 Le Grau-du- Roi

La Maison Carrée

20km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
The Maison Carrée is a Roman temple built in 1st century after JC. During its construction, the Maison Carrée was dedicated to the Emperor Augustus and to the glory of his 2 grandsons: Lucius Caesar and Caius Julius Caesar. Throughout the centuries, the temple became a consular house, a church, and then an ancient art museum. This is the best preserved Roman temple in the world. The history of the city of Nimes will be explained to you thanks to a 3D film.
Place de la Maison Carrée, 30000 Nîmeswww.arenes-nimes.com

Les Arènes d’Arles

54 km from Le Mas de la Chapelle
Arles arena is a Roman amphitheater built around 80/90 before J.C. this is the biggest monument from the Roman colony. It was built to provide entertainment, bullfighting as well as plays and concerts. A place not to be missed.
Rond-Point des Arènes, 13200 Arleswww.arenes-arles.com

L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

83 km from Mas de la Chapelle
L’Isle sur la Sorgue has become the capitale of antiques. Its fairs are among the biggest in Europe, after Saint Ouen and London. Twice a year, over the Easter weekend and on the 15th August, 2 major antique fairs are held. More than 500 exhibitors set their wares up throughout the town. A good opportunity to wander on the banks of the river and to discover the paddle wheels, still turning nowadays.
Aigues Morteswww.foire-islesurlasorgue.com